Melba’s reviews tell a story – the delight with which our artists and repertoire have been embraced internationally.
Reviews
Pure Diva
20/08/2011
Otago Daily Times (NZ)
"...fine lyric soprano voice..." More...
Pure Diva
11/08/2011
MusicWeb International (UK)
".full of emotion and exquisite pianissimo singing, Barker is at her best...the recording is first class ... so much to admire and savour. " More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
10/08/2011
Classical CD Review
"Everything engages me. I think Ray Chen plays better than Perlman here." More...
Rakhmaninov
10/08/2011
Limelight
"Everything about this disc is superior: sound, packaging, and Howard’s sympathetic performances" More...
Pure Diva
04/08/2011
Forum Opéra (France)
"A really very beautiful release. Barker has the vocal armoury of a particularly expressive artist..." More...
Pure Diva
01/08/2011
The Classical Review (UK)
"Pure Diva is described as a “very personal tribute,” ... “that feels as if it’s been a long time coming.” More...
Rakhmaninov
19/07/2011
Turok’s Choice (US)
"Howard has the technique and understanding to play these works brilliantly. The disc is recommended" More...
Rakhmaninov
18/07/2011
Otago Daily Times (New Zealand)
“Another outstanding release … a treat for all Rachmaninov and piano music lovers.
Highlight: Sonata's original splendour.” More...
Rakhmaninov
10/07/2011
The Herald (Scotland)
"Leslie Howard is a colossus among concert pianists...the most authoritative interpretations and performances I’ve heard in many a year." More...
Rakhmaninov
07/07/2011
Northern Echo (UK)
“Expressive playing from an authority on Russian music. Stimulating listening.” More...
Rakhmaninov
03/07/2011
Sunday Herald Sun (Australia)
"...leaves the listener spellbound." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/07/2011
American Record Guide (US)
" ... it is by far the best performance I have ever heard of the piece and one of the best on this program". More...
Rakhmaninov
01/07/2011
Readings Monthly (Australia)
"Amazing solo piano recording from one of the world’s most respected pianists performing today, Leslie Howard." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/07/2011
Fine Music Magazine (Australia)
“Best of all, the performances are excellent, with Chen and Young engaging in vivid musical storytelling and youthful joy.” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/07/2011
Gramophone (UK)
"An excellent, truthful recording balance, good notes and handsome packaging make this disc irresistible" More...
Rakhmaninov
15/06/2011
Audiophilia (Canada)
"...another compelling release from this consistently innovative label...." More...
Rakhmaninov
11/06/2011
Music & Vision (UK)
"[Leslie Howard] brings to these recordings an authoritative understanding of Czarist, Communist and exile Russian society and its music..." More...
Volupté
01/06/2011
Readings Monthly (Australia)
"Violist Roger Benedict and pianist Timothy Young ...play with great conviction and musical understanding. This CD is a real delight." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
17/05/2011
Audiophilia (Canada)
"... This remarkable disc is essential listening, no doubt heralding the emergence of a major new talent". More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
13/05/2011
Yorkshire Post (UK)
“...impressive technical facility...strong personality...mobile wit...a fine enterprise” More...